Lay on

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verb

To provide or supply a lot of something.

The hotel laid on a buffet in the dining room.
Visual representation of "lay on" - To provide or supply a lot of something

Often appears as...

  • lay on food
  • lay on entertainment
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Excessive Provision

Used to describe a generous or excessive providing of something, often more than necessary.

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The conference laid on an immense spread of food.
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Special Occasions

Often used when extra services or provisions are made for a special event or situation.

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They laid on a special bus service for the festival.
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Extra Effort

Implies that someone has made an additional effort to provide something not normally available.

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Our hosts laid on a guided tour for us.
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